BDO USA · 3 days ago
Senior Associate, Risk Advisory Services
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expBDO USA is a leading accounting and advisory organization, and they are seeking a Senior Associate for their Risk Advisory Services. The role involves providing risk consulting and issues resolution to clients, participating in various stages of engagements, and managing relationships with client personnel.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Acts as primary contact for clients regarding basic questions and information
Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with clients during engagement process
Obtains information, documents and data from clients to support the completion of analysis and research of client issues
Documents and analyzes the client’s processes, risks and controls with guidance and direction from senior Risk Advisory Services professionals
Reviews client contracts and develops contract summaries, including key provisions and financial information based on type of contract
Develops initial deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
Dynamically reassess risk and communicate with senior Risk Advisory Services professionals and/or client as necessary
Assists with the management of the engagement to ensure engagement metrics are achieved
Utilizes research tools, databases and trade publications to develop understanding of client’s industry
Develops relationships with client personnel and management members
Prepares formal and informal presentations for client meetings
Partners with Risk Advisory Services leadership to complete research and draft proposals and reports, as necessary
Implements project plans, maintains all documentation and work papers associated with client engagements
Conducts risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established / required timeline while oversees staff
Establishes risk-based audit programs
Determines scope of review in conjunction with the Engagement Manager
Documents financial reporting cycles or internal audit area and identifies key controls
Assesses internal control design and operational effectiveness
Conducts audit testing of specified area and identifies reportable issues and dimension of risk
Determines compliance with appropriate legislation and/or audit policies and procedures
Communicates findings to senior management and drafts comprehensive report of audited area
Other duties as required
Supervises the day-to-day workload of Risk Advisory Services Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product
Ensures Risk Advisory Services Associates are trained on all relevant audit software and engagement processes and procedures
Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Risk Advisory Services Associates
Acts as mentor to Risk Advisory Services Associates, as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Two (2) or more years of experience within a public accounting firm or industry environment performing internal audit, consulting or risk services
Prior experience with internal controls including flowcharts, documentation and testing of controls
Experience with Internal Audit and Sarbanes Oxley with a focus in entities wide risk assessment
Experience performing contract compliance audit, specifically royalties and franchising agreements
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating the stages to perform an audit
Knowledge of internal accounting controls, professional standards and regulations and systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment
Superior analytical and diagnostic skills
Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments successfully
Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
Travel as needed
Preferred
One (1) or more years of prior supervisory experience
CPA or CIA certification
Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools
Working knowledge of data analytics software such as IDEA or ACL
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits
Company
BDO USA
BDO USA renders taxation, audit, assurance, advisory, and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.3BKey Investors
Apollo
2023-08-15Debt Financing· $1.3B
Leadership Team
Wayne Berson
CEO and BDO Principal
Catherine Moy
Chief People Officer
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